Erika's Gloom
Leaders' Stadium

#9 Erika's Gloom - Leaders' Stadium (leaders-stadium)

Erika's Gloom is a Grass-type Pokémon with 60 HP, featured in the Leaders' Stadium set released on October 24, 1998. Designed by artist Ken Sugimori, it carries a theme color of #999a55 and holds an Uncommon rarity. The card includes two distinct attacks. The first, Healing Pollen, requires one Grass energy and allows the player to flip a coin, removing four damage counters from Erika's Gloom if possible. The second, Magic Pollen, demands three Grass energy and deals 30 damage while offering a chance to afflict the defending Pokémon with a status condition. Both attacks incorporate probabilistic outcomes based on coin flips, reflecting strategic decision-making. The card’s mechanics emphasize manipulating damage counters and applying status effects, aligning with its Grass-type thematic elements. Its design and abilities are consistent with the set’s focus on competitive play and tactical resource management.